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This is for Paul Kirk, the senator appointed to serve out Ted Kennedy's term. Do any of these influence your decisions as a senator: Deval Patrick (who appointed you), the Kennedy family (who recommended you), the voters of Massachusetts, and the DNC (which you used to chair)? How will you pave the way for the elected senator who will succeed you?

Asked 17 weeks 6 days ago of Massachusetts Delegation
by Deborah F. from Boston, MA

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This is for Paul Kirk, the senator appointed to serve out Ted Kennedy's term. Do any of these influence your decisions as a senator: Deval Patrick (who appointed you), the Kennedy family (who recommended you), the voters of Massachusetts, and the DNC (which you used to chair)? How will you pave the way for the elected senator who will succeed you?

Asked 17 weeks 6 days ago of Massachusetts Delegation
by Deborah F. from Boston, MA

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